Edifier S880DB Active Speaker: A Perfect Blend of Style and Sound

The Edifier S880DB Active Speaker is a stylish and high-performance audio solution that is perfect for music lovers, audiophiles, and home theater enthusiasts. Priced at around $199.99, this speaker system offers a great balance between price and performance. Although the official launching date has not been announced yet, it is expected to hit the market soon.

Box Contents

Specifications

• Power output: 
  • R/L (treble): 12W+12W
  • R/L (mid-range and bass): 32W+32W
• Noise level: ≤25dB(A)
• Frequency response range:  55Hz-40KHz
• Audio inputs: PC/Auxiliary/USB/Optical/Coaxial/Bluetooth

Power adapter information

• Manufacturer： EDIFIER
• Model:  ADT-60180
• Input: 100-240V~50/60Hz 1.5A
• Output: 18V ≅3A
• Frequency Band: 2.402GHz~2.480GHz
• RF Power output: ≤20 dBm （EIRP）
• There are no restrictions of use.

Speaker Controls

1. Treble dial
2. Bass dial
3. Volume dial 
   • Audio source selection (press to switch PC-AUX-USB-OPT-COX-Bluetooth-PC input)
   • Standby control (press and hold it to enter     
   • standby mode, press again to power on speaker)
4. Connect to power cable
5. AUX input
6. PC input
7. USB B type connecting port (for USB digital audio input)
8. Optical input port
9. Coaxial input port
10. Connect to passive speaker port(L)
11. Connect to active speaker port(R)
12. LED indicator
    • Show PC, AUX, USB, OPT, COX or Bluetooth to indicate the current audio source
    • Flashing to indicate the playing mode
    • Enable MONITOR mode: LED light flashes once 
    • Enable DYNAMIC mode: LED light flashes twice 
    • Enable CLASSIC mode: LED light flashes thrice 
    • Enable VOCAL mode: LED light flashes 4 times

Remote Control

1. ON/OFF
2. MONITOR mode
3. DYNAMIC mode
4. Audio source selection (PC-AUX-USB-OPT-COX-Bluetooth-PC input) 
   Note: because the system switching mode needs to be initialized, when you press this key to switch audio source, please keep 1 seconds before switch to next audio source, and the LED light will flash once to show it enter into the current mode, press again to switch to the next mode.
5. CLASSIC mode
6. VOCAL mode
7. Previous track (under Bluetooth/USB mode)
8. Volume increase
9. Volume decrease
10. Play/pause (under Bluetooth/USB mode)
11. Next track (under Bluetooth/USB mode)

Tips

• CLASSIC mode - reproduces a classic HIFI sound
• MONITOR mode - reproduces original and accurate sound
• DYNAMIC mode - enjoys high dynamic passion
• VOCAL mode - Highlights vocals
• The system’s default mode is set to "Classic" mode. Please manually choose your preferred mode by using the remote control.

Installation of remote control

Installation and replacement of controller battery
As the illustration, please insert a coin into the slot and rotate anticlockwise to the “°” position to open battery cover, then place the CR2025 battery and rotate clockwise to the “.” position to close the cover.

WARNING

1. Don’t swallow the battery, or it will be a danger with chemical burn.
2. The product includes a button battery. It will be harm to the body if you swallow battery, even will lead to people die within 2 hours. Please don’t place the new or old battery in the place where children can touch and get.
3. Don’t use the product if the battery cover is not closed, and make sure the children is far from getting the remote control.
4. Please go to the hospital as soon as you possible when someone has swallowed a battery or take it into body.

Note:

1. Do not place the remote control in places that are hot and humid.
2. Do not charge the batteries.
3. Remove the batteries when unused for long period of time.
4. The battery should not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sun, fire or similar.
5. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Connections 

1. Connect the active and passive speaker with the speaker connecting cable (included);
2. Follow the above illustration to connect to the audio device;
3. Connect the speaker to power source with the power adapter and power cable (included);
4. Speaker will power on, LED indicator on the active speaker shows the current audio source. If it is not what you want to select, please select the audio source with the remote control.

PC /AUX Input

1. Press the volume dial on the active speaker or press the SOURCE key on the remote control to select PC/AUX input, LED light will shows PC or AUX input.
2. Play from your device and adjust the volume accordingly.

USB digital audio Input

1. Press the volume dial on the active speaker or press the SOURCE key on the remote control to select USB input, LED light will shows USB input.
2. Play from your device and adjust the volume accordingly.

Tips
The USB connecting chip of S880DB is the XMOS high-speed multi-core audio processing chip that usually use in high-end speaker device. After connected to PC, the USB connecting port will take the ways similar USB external sound card, to directly extract the digital audio signal and re-play, guarantee the sound will be restored.
Note

1. Windows 7/ windows 10 operating system have self USB driver, only support USB Audio Class I type USB audio transmission (only support 2 channel audio signal, the highest sampling rate is 96KHz), The USB connecting chip of S880DB takes USB Audio Class 2 type audio transmission, to achieve it support 192KHz audio signal, so for Windows 7/ windows 10 operating system users, to use the S880DB speaker needing download the special driver program. 
2. As Microsoft company had stop maintaining the XP system, we can’t provide the driver program with Microsoft digital signed.
3. The USB driver of Apple Mac operating system supports USB Audio Class I and Class 2 audio transmission in default, so it doesn’t need to download the driver program.
4. About the introduction of the driver program, please refer to the description on the download page, or click the follow link to check http://www.xmos.com/support/usb-audio-driver-support
5. If you need to buy USB A type to B type connecting cable, you can search it on the website to buy it.
6. In USB mode, only PCM signal with 44.1KHz/48KHz/96KHz/192KHz can be decoded.

Note: the play control under USB input is belong to USB HID control, this control need supports of player software, so it will be a difference for different audio player software.

Optical and Coaxial Input

1. Press the volume dial on the active speaker or press the “SOURCE” button on the remote control to select optical/coaxial input. 
2. Using optical or coaxial cable (Coaxial cable not included) to connect audio sources to your speaker.
3. Play from your devices and adjust the volume accordingly.

Note: In optical and coaxial modes, only PCM signal with 44.1KHz/48KHz/96KHz/192KHz can be decoded.

Bluetooth Input

Pairing

1. Turn on speaker and switch to Bluetooth mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote control or press the volume dial on the active speaker until the indicator LED light shows     Bluetooth
2. Go to setup on your source devices (mobile phones, tablets, etc.) and search for nearby Bluetooth devices, you will find “EDIFIER S880DB” in the list.
3. Pair your device with “EDIFIER S880DB”.
4. Play audio tracks on your device and adjust the volume to a desired level.
5. To disconnect Bluetooth, press and hold the SOURCE button on the remote control for about 2 seconds.

Note:

1. Bluetooth on the product can be searched and connected only when speaker is ON and switch to the Bluetooth input. When the speaker is switch to other audio inputs, the Bluetooth connection will be disconnected. When switched to Bluetooth input, the speaker will try to connect the last connected Bluetooth source device. 
2. Bluetooth connectivity and compatibility may be different among different source devices, depending on the software version of source devices.
3. To enjoy the full Bluetooth functions of this product, please ensure your mobile device supports A2DP and AVRCP profile.
4. PIN code for connection is “0000” if needed.

Description

The Edifier S880DB Active Speaker is a sleek and modern audio system that features a wood finish and a compact design. The speakers are easy to set up and use, with intuitive controls and a remote control for added convenience. The sound quality is excellent, with crisp highs, rich mids, and deep bass that will satisfy even the most discerning listeners. The speaker's versatility also makes it an excellent choice for various applications, from listening to music to watching movies or playing video games.

Troubleshooting

To learn more about EDIFIER, please visit https://www.edifier.com/
For Edifier warranty queries, please visit the relevant country page and review the section titled Warranty Terms.
USA and Canada: https://edifier-online.ca/

If speaker is under USB audio source and have connected to PC with USB connecting cable:

1. if the PC is Windows operating system, please ensure whether install S880DB special USB driver, if not, please download the driver and install it.
2. please ensure whether the speaker have finished USB enumeration. For Windows users, please open “device manager”, to check whether enumerate to “EDIFIER S880DB” or “XMOS USB Audio” USB device., if not find it, you may need to install S880DB special USB driver or re-start PC. For Mac users, please open “System Preferences” → “Sound” Tab, to check whether enumerate to “EDIFIER S880DB” audio output device.
3. please ensure whether the speaker is set to audio output device.
   For Windows users, please open “Control panel” → “Sound and audio device”, with “Audio” Tab → ” Default device” item, to set “XMOS USB Audio” as current audio output device.

Customer Reviews

Customers who have purchased the Edifier S880DB Active Speaker have praised its sound quality, design, and ease of use. Many have noted that the speakers are an excellent value for the price and offer a significant upgrade over their previous audio systems. However, some have complained about the lack of low-frequency response, which may be a concern for those who prefer a more bass-heavy sound.